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Outdoor destinations
Tyrsky nousee valkoisena luodolta

The Eastern Gulf of Finland National Park archipelago mostly consists of storm-lashed rocky islets but also larger wooded islands. This is where you can watch some of the finest spring migrations in Europe as flocks of millions of Arctic birds fly over the area on their way to the nesting grounds in the north. On the islands, you can hear true stories and legends of war history, trade and smuggling in the area.

  • Open sea areas and storm-lashed rocky islets
  • Spring migration of millions of Arctic birds
  • War history, traces of the war and monuments
  • Cultural heritage
  • Living archipelago villages nearby
  • Reached by a private boat, taxi boat and water bus

Activities and trails

The best way to explore the Eastern Gulf of Finland National Park is by boating or sailing.

Fishing is popular in the eastern Gulf of Finland.

From the towers of Ulko-Tammio or Mustaviiri, you can observe the migration of Arctic waterfowl, known as arktika

What else is there to see

Geocaching, skiing, nature information hut, paddling, sights and scenery, guided group tours, diving, voluntary work

Kesäinen merimaisema kalliorannalla.

The nature of Gulf of Finland National Park

Here you can see storm-beaten rock faces, forested island far out in the sea, lush groves and meadows by the waterside.

Nature at the site
piikkilankaa kalliolla, taustalla meri

The history of the eastern Gulf of Finland

Here you will find vibrant archipelago villages, a mysterious stone labyrinth, one point of the Struve Geodetic Arc World Heritage Site, and the WWII fortifications on Ulko-Tammio.

History of the destination

Visitor's checklist

  • The National Park is a nature reserveEveryman’s Right are not valid as such in national parks.
  • Camp only at permitted camping sitesCamping is only permitted in the immediate vicinity of designated rest and campfire sites, and huts.
  • Make campfires only in designated sitesAlways check the current wildfire warning before making a fire. During a wildfire warning, fires are only allowed in cooking shelters with a chimney.
  • Remember to bring a trash bagThere is no recycling point in the area. Bring a trash bag and take the trash with you.
  • Always keep pets on a leashDog waste should be cleaned away from the paths.
  • Be prepared for areas with limited or no mobile network coverageRemember to take a paper map and compass.
  • There are movement restrictions in the area
Instructions and rules